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12 November, 2013

Easy and Inexpensive Handmade Gift Ideas

With the holidays just around the corner, I thought I would share a few of my projects that would make great gifts…and are easy to make while being easy on the budget as well! There’s a little bit of everything here…from no-sew to light sewing, some painting, a little cutting and gluing and some iron-on transfers! I have to say that there’s nothing like getting a gift that was handmade…it really makes it extra special!

First up, an easy seasonal project…my Wisteria inspired music candles. All you need is a candle, some Dollar Tree vases, paper and twine! The free graphics are even provided for you!

You will not need much in the way of construction skills to create my Pottery Barn inspired monogrammed serving board. Believe me, I know…because I don’t have any and I managed to do it! An old thrift store cutting board…the more beat up the better…and some corner molding posts, plus glue and stain are all that it takes!

I love these Pottery Barn inspired chalkboard tile place cards! And you can use them for more than just place cards! Add a little seasonal greeting or well-wishes to surprise your visitors. An old Scrabble game and some chalkboard paint will do the trick!

Super-inexpensive Ikea tea towels are used for these DIY “vintage” French linens. They are not as hard to make as they look…that’s an iron-on transfer, not embroidery! All of the letters of the alphabet are there in the graphic so you can create your own monogram!

And speaking of tea towels, don’t you love thisvintage French tea towel pillow…made from a pretty tea towel and backed with burlap! If you really like this one, hold on to your hats because I have something special for you at the end of this post!

You can’t get much easier than theseFrench script candles…using a frenchy stamp and waterproof ink. Wouldn't a little bundle of them tied with pretty ribbon make a nice gift?

As winter approaches, everyone is sure to appreciate thissweater pillow with a burlap rose…made from an old thrift store sweater…or maybe a sweater with some sentimental attachment from your closet!

Finally, no more confusion about which glass is whose with these chalkboard wine glasses! A little chalkboard paint on the stem base and …voilà! Perfect hostess gifts!

My co-host and CEO, the lovely Miss Ozzie, would like to remind you that using a fun and different wrapping paper helps to make your gift special, too! This is just a sampling of the projects that you will find in myProject Gallery…where I have collected over 100 ideas for you to try! I hope you will head over and check it out!

The giveaway is now closed.

And now for your surprise…remember the pretty French tea towel that I turned into a pillow? Well..now you have a chance to win one of your own! So how do you get in on this amazing giveaway? Easy peasy! Here’s all you have to do to be entered:
Head over to Barb’s Everyday Home Shopshere and check out all of her wonderful products, then come back and leave a comment on this post telling me what you love best…one comment per person, please! No hoops to jump through…just one comment per person! :-) Please be sure to leave an email address where I can contact you if you do not have a blog.That’s it! The Fine Print:The giveaway begins today, November 12, 2013 and will close November 15 at 5:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. The winner will be chosen at random from the numbered comments that are left on this post using random.org with one comment per person. Duplicate comments will be deleted. Odds of winning are based on the number of entries. You must be at least 18 years of age and a resident of the United States to win. (Sorry, Canadians…your sweepstakes laws require skill to win and there’s no skill here…just luck!) The prize is valued at $15 and includes shipping. No purchase is necessary. By entering a comment below, you agree to the contest rules and regulations and release this blog, its author and the giveaway sponsor from any liability.Woo hoo! I am sooo excited to be able to offer this fabulous tea towel to one of you, my wonderful readers! And a big merci to Barb at The Everyday Home for making it all possible! Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoyed seeing my handmade gift ideas! Please visit these wonderful bloggers and their beautiful blogs to see what they are up to and to find a list of this week’s participants!Under the Table and Dreamingfor theSunday Showcase Party , Thrifty Decor Chick for Before and After Monday ,Between Naps on the Porchfor Metamorphosis Monday , The Stories of A2Z for Tutorials and Tips Tuesday , Coastal Charmfor Nifty Thrifty Tuesday , A Stroll thru Life for Inspire Me Tuesday , My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia for Tuesday's Treasures, Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesdays , The Shabby Creek Cottage for Transformation Thursdays , No Minimalist Here for the Open House Party on Thursdays , Stone Gable for Tutorials, Tips and Tidbits on Thursdays , My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday , French Country Cottagefor Feathered Nest Friday , Common Ground for Be Inspired on Fridays , The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home Friday , Craftberry Bush for the Inspiration Gallery on Friday , Funky Junk Interiorsfor Saturday Nite Special, Tatertots and Jello for the Link Party PaloozaSee you next time! À la prochaine!

I'm so glad I happened upon your blog, and that you steered me to Barb's site. I'm moving into and renovating a historic 171 year old house and there are so many items that caught my eye. But if I have to pick one, I'm very excited to finally find a pair of Mason Jar Salt and Pepper Shakers. I had a set for many years, and one recently broke. I'm thrilled that I can replace them. Thank-you! dodylyn@gmail.com

What great projects you have shared with us! I hope to try a couple of them, maybe for Christmas! Barb's site was awesome and very difficult to choose one thing! I like the mini mason jars (salt,pepper and toothpick holder), aal the french pillows and of course the tea towels! Thanks for a chance to win!dedepaul@live.com

Oh Debbie.......you've just put me in high gear with these lovely gifts to make. At Barb's site I went back and forth more than a few times and finally decided I would choose the 6 bottle wire tote. I don't have a blog but my email is glitzymeis@gmail.com

I went over like you told us, and I Loe it ALL. So many shiny objects, but I really loved the pig head and the cow head, and the cute fridge magnets and the sea bottle that was wrapped and the purses and... You get my drift. I looked at all of it and loved it. And I smiled at the fairy garden fur I the. So cute. And the chippy French mantle. Such a cool shop.

Your pillows and towels are wonderful, and I have told you before the boxwood wreath that you made is great. As for Farmhouse Decor, I love the spices and for the furniture the Pastoral Toile Lounge Chair or Chair and Ottoman are gorgeous. How French would I feel? :) Thanks for the no-hoops.

Love the tea towel. On Barb's Everyday Shop, wouldn't the Orchard Arbor look great on an end table with some candles and/or a book. I'm looking forward to trying some of these projects. Love your website. God Bless joycehwys@comcast.net

Personalized gifts are the best. They make the recipient feel truly one-of-a-kind. I recently ordered my parent's wedding photo on a metallic print and plan to give it to them on their golden anniversary. I am thinking of adding one of your plate ideas as well. Thanks for sharing!

Oh so many beautiful things. The furniture was gorgeous, but unfortunately way out of my price range, loved the little fairy garden sets, and while I adore antique things, they just do not go well with my home. The set of 3 wicker/woven trays are lovely and they are something that I could use.

You have given me so many wonderful and easy to make gift ideas!! Loved looking at Barb's Everyday Home Shops. The French Farmhouse was my favorite section. But I have to have the oval egg baskets. I can think of so many uses for them. :) shyrahallan@hotmail.com

I love almost everything in her online shop, but I'm FASCINATED by the twine holder with scissors. I'd have one in my crafts room and one in the kitchen and one in the pantry! Thanks for a fabulous blog.

Oh Debbie...I absolutely LOVED today's post!!! I always look for gifts to make and to keep around for last minute gift giving and these are perfect...although, I have to say, the french candles and tea towel pillows may stay at MY house! As for Barb's shop - I absolutely ADORE the bolster pillows...well, all the pillows, and the printed tea towels, and the willow wicker and the...well, I think you get the idea!

Thank you so much for your wonderful blog! I look forward to every day!

I love The Everyday Home and especially the yearling cow. I am really into getting a cow soon for my decorating. Thank you for your wonderful blog and sharing your great ideas. Blessings, nancythedove@aol.com

Thank you for all the wonderful ideas you share. I made your numbered candles for my fall mantle. Have enjoyed them so much (got lots of compliments on them too). Want to make music candles for Christmas gifts I am in love with the French Laundry Cart, on Barb’s site….. like lots of her other things too!

What's not to love?! I especially loved all the French linens...the ribbon is wonderful. I just came across your blog this morning looking for crafting ideas for tiny jello molds. Your things are beautiful and fun! Thanks for sharing! violetfemmemarket@gmail.com

Hi Debbie, Your projects are always the best and you are so generous to share the "how to" with us less crafty ladies. Thanks to you and Barb for a great giveaway...love the pillow! One of my favorite things in the shop is the Large Glass and Jute Fishing Net Bowl. xx,Sherry

hello, all the things here are gorgeous. all the things on the Everyday Home page are lovely. I especially like the ruffled burlap table runner, since I am not talented enough to make one of those. but it was difficult to choose, for sure. thanks for entering me into this great giveaway.

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